2. The Taiwan Pavilion resembles the “sky lantern” or Kong Ming lantern, a paper-design lamp typical for the Asian people. According to our source, people fly the lanterns in order to pray for happiness, safety and health in Taiwan. During the events in Shanghai, Taiwan will invite people to fly good luck lanterns as well. The pavilion is a  transparent cube housing a huge digital circle in the center-symbolizing the Earth. The main attraction of the structure is its three dimensional theater where movies with the theme “”Mountain, Water, Heart and Lantern” will constantly be projected.

3. Despite its look, which one might say is not so serious The Japan Pavilion houses a futuristic city, with the latest technology discoveries. Here is further information: “Japan will highlight the role of advanced ecological technology in helping humans achieve a more comfortable life and confidence in the future with its huge “breathing organism” pavilion at World Expo 2010. The country’s exhibit will feature a theme on the harmony between the human heart and technology. The pavilion will be divided into past, present and future exhibits.” Japan’s pavilion stretches over a 6,000-square-meter and is one of the largest at Expo 2010.

4. Here’s a less known pavilion that made an impression at Shanghai. The design concept of the Romanian Pavilion belongs to SC M&C Strategy Development and “evolves around the color and environmental implications of “green”, inspired by the apple, the most popular fruit in Romania and representing a “green city”, healthy life and the concept of sustainable development.” “Greenopolis” has five levels, where visitors will be invited to participate at genuine Romanian popular dances, various events and movie projections.

5. The Russia Pavilion has been designed “as an ideal city resembling cites in the fairyland, which will give people the impression of a children’s paradise. It features 12 irregularly shaped towers in white, red and gold. A 15-meter-tall central building dubbed the “Civilization Cube” links the towers. With their irregular shapes, these 20-meter towers are located among the natural landscapes of a green lawn and water. Taking a close look, visitors will find that these towers form a circle that takes after the formation of a famous Russian dance. The roofs of the towers are decorated with hollow pictures in colors widely used for traditional Russian garments, symbolizing the integration of various ethnic groups in the country.”